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Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and SecurityAt Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.Buyer/Planner: 1 Year ContractAs a member of the Materials Group, the incumbent will oversee the planning and procurement of both component and finished goods inventory, ensuring these tasks are carried out in a timely and cost-effective manner in addition to KPI reporting. The incumbent will ensure on-time delivery of customer orders while keeping inventory levels within budgeted targets. Furthermore, they will foster a collaborative relationship with the Sales & Marketing team by engaging in discussions about products and programs.What You Will Do:Planning and procurement of component and finished goods inventory as driven by customer order demand, MRP requirements and Core inventory worksheets.Track key performance indicators. Provide reporting as required.Sourcing and procurement of MRO and miscellaneous items as required.Optimize working capital through the effective management of inventory dollars / levels necessary to meet budgeted inventory goals.Continued improvement to on time fill rate trends.Adhere to Corporate payment terms and ensure Supplier compliance.Support new product introductions at targeted on-time delivery dates.Proactively manage purchase order process;
effectively communicatepotential shortages / delays. Expediting with suppliers to minimize any potential delays to customers.Manage the overall creation of purchase orders (ensure proper signatures, authorization level etc.) as directed by Purchasing Policy.Identify and implement productivity savings through process improvements.What You Need to Succeed:Post secondary education with 3-5 years’ experience in Materials Management in a computerized environment.Must have a solid understanding of Supply chain management.Must possess solid interpersonal and problem solving skills.Must have working knowledge of MS office and proven Excel spreadsheet capabilities.Excellent communication skills with an ability to effectively interact at various levels within an organization with a logical and organized approach.Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience with lean manufacturing systems or Six Sigma.Why Work for Us?Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.What You’ll Get from Us:Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expensesFlexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expensesDisability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injuryLife Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverageTuition ReimbursementVoluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewardsEmployee Discounts through Perks at WorkCommunity involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coachingCompensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.The expected Base Salary Range: $75,000-$87,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.Bonus Eligible: YesApply Today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.We Celebrate Who We Are!Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team. Allegion plc, 2023 | Block D, Iveagh Court, Harcourt Road, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, IrelandREGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY REGISTERED NUMBER 527370Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer#J-18808-Ljbffr